Wake up to the soothing sounds of the river at Palmlodge, where you can unwind with a cup of coffee and a good book on the front deck. Take in the vista or visit Paihia's many attractions, such as boat trips and scenic flights. Enjoy local cafes and restaurants for lunch or dinner.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Waterviews and relaxation
Welcome to Palmlodge where the ripple of the river below, and the bird song is your morning wake up call, You can now choose how your day will go, perhaps just relaxing with a cup of coffee, and the latest paperback. as you take in the vista from the front deck. Or visit the many attractions in Paihia, Boat trips to the outer Islands scenic flights over the Bay. fishing off the sandy beaches swimming and sun bathing. Visit the next town and take a Steam train ride through the town of Kawakawa. or take a waka trip up the river and learn some local history. After all these exciting things that you may have done there are cafes and restaurants for you to enjoy lunch or Dinner. We hope you have a wonderful time what ever you do. Special conditions: Late checkout available on half day price charged on availability only
Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 steps to reach entrance
Single level property
Thin carpet in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: outside only
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Please vacate house by no later than 10am
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside only
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Haruru is home to this vacation home. Waitangi Treaty Grounds and Treaty House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Action World and Paihia Wharf. Traveling with kids? Consider Makana Chocolate Boutique and Makana Confections. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding. Visit our Haruru travel guide
What time is check-in at Waterviews and relaxation?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waterviews and relaxation?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Waterviews and relaxation located?
This family-friendly Haruru vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bay of Islands and Haruru Falls. Action World and Te Tii Marae Waitangi are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Waterviews and relaxation Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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Very spacious, clean and comfortable house with riverside views.
A very relaxing, peaceful place. The house is immaculately clean and comfortable, and the host helpful and welcoming. The location was excellent for us, close to Paihia but quiet and restful with lovely views of the tidal river. Thank you for your hospitality.
Beautiful, clean property with a lovely host. 5 minute drive to Paihia wharf and shops. Plenty of space indoors and out. Quiet spot with an awesome view of the river.
Sure! Here's a more casual version of your review:We had such a great stay at this place! Margret gave us a warm welcome, and the house was beautiful, super clean, and had an amazing view. We stayed with our two kids and felt right at home. The location is awesome too—really close to the Paihia beach market, which was super convenient. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a spot to stay in Haruru!
Great access to Paihia/Waitangi or Kerikeri and the north. Peaceful and quiet with a great out look over the river. Clean, tidy and well appointed. Margret is a super host.
Nice view, comfy house. Easy check in and lovely host. We were unaware how close the host and her dogs live. But it wasn’t an issue. Great stay. Thanks for having us.
Beds were super comfy, rooms were spacious and clean, carparking is shared driveway, large big deck with view of water and tress, large lounge and kitchen area. No laundry. Noting that there is a connected door from the owners house to the lounge area, that was always locked and closed. It did not impact on our stay. Highly enjoyed our stay here. Recommended.
My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The place was a lot better and bigger than we expected! For our stay, everything was clean. The only note about cleanliness is that while the bedding/towel was clean, it did seem dusty… maybe suggest bringing your own towel / pillows for comfort. Another point was that I struggled to get into contact with the host and didn’t receive any confirmation/check-in details in the days before the booking. The morning of the booking, I only just managed to get into contact with her, in which she didn’t know that we were coming (although everything was ready for us). However! She is really welcoming and pleasant… I believe there is just miscommunication on Vrbo’s part. Her phone number wasn’t available directly on the booking however I asked the help chat for it (although note that this is her personal mobile which she doesn’t have with her all the time & also you MUST CALL). Other than these points e.g. uneasiness with communication in the beginning & somewhat dusty bedding, this spot is well-worth your money. Views are incredible and location is superb - it has everything you need.